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Moss or Weed? Identifying Sphagnum & Terrestrial Bladderwort in CP Pots

Chris has two "mosses" in pots: left looks like sphagnum; right has long leaves and white flowers.

Identification

  • Left: Sphagnum – develops chunky, succulent appearance.
  • Right: Not moss—it's a terrestrial bladderwort (Utricularia bisquamata likely). Tiny underground bladders catch nematodes. A fun CP "weed."

Both harmless; bladderwort flowers are a bonus.

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